Change Quote by Juan Ramon Jimenez
“Every country should realize that its turn at world domination, domination because its rights coincided more or less with the character or progress of the epoch, must terminate with the change brought about by this progress.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "La Tierra" (The Earth), 1935
Nations rise to power when their era’s values align with global progress, but must end as progress evolves.
In simple terms: Power follows the times and must fade.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the fleeting nature of dominance.
Themes
history
power
progress
imperialism
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- colonial empires
- technological revolutions
- cultural shifts
- global governance
Key Concepts
political theory
philosophy
world history
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines a nation's “turn” in history?
- How can societies adapt to inevitable change?
A Different Perspective
Progress can be uneven, leaving some nations behind.
